Airport Comparison
| HKG | VFA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Victoria Falls International Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | VFA |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | FVFA |
| City | Hong Kong | Victoria Falls |
| Country | Hong Kong | Zimbabwe |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | Africa/Harare |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 3,490 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | -18.100000, 25.840000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Victoria Falls (VFA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is 10,572 kilometers (6,569 miles / 5,708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Hong Kong with Zimbabwe. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:12 in Hong Kong, it's 02:12 in Victoria Falls. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,462 feet between the two airports. Victoria Falls International Airport sits higher than Chek Lap Kok International Airport.
The return flight from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 68° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) and Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.